KS Plant Manager

KS Plant Manager

Location:

Maize, KS, US, 67101 For over a century Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company has been manufacturing pipe and fittings exclusively in the USA, employing 1,400 loyal, hard‑working Americans. Today we manufacture the industry's broadest range of standard and specialty DWV products, including cast iron and plastic pipe and fittings. Charlotte Pipe is headquartered in Charlotte, NC, and has seven plant locations across the United States.

Charlotte Pipe and Foundry is looking for an Extrusion Satellite Plant Manager for our Maize, KS facility. Charlotte Pipe and Foundry is a leading manufacturer of pipe and fittings. We are the only manufacturer that offers a complete system of cast iron, PVC, CPVC, ABS, and Flow Guard Gold pipe and fittings for residential, commercial plumbing systems and industrial applications.

We make continual investments in the latest tooling and machinery to make it possible for us to meet increasing demand for our products and to provide the highest quality pipe and fittings in the industry. Charlotte Pipe and Foundry offers a safe and productive work environment.

The Extrusion Satellite Plant Manager is responsible for the management and performance of one of our Satellite Plant locations. This extrusion operation produces PVC pipe in a variety of sizes and configurations. The Manager is responsible for all aspects of this 24/7 high production volume environment including safety, quality, production management, personnel management, technical solutions, materials management, reporting, and training.

Ideal candidate will have:

• Strategic mind set with proven leadership abilities.
• B.S. or B.A. Degree or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years extrusion experience with production supervisory experience.
• Strong commitment to all aspects of safety.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced environment managing multiple shifts and manufacturing personnel.
• Strong history of meeting production goals.
• Strong technical ability;
  Must possess troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience mentoring and coaching supervisors and associates.

Other duties may be assigned. Leading a 24/7 operation requires a commitment to be accessible at all times. Coordinate daily activities in the facility. Make decisions working with peers in the following areas:
Procurement, maintaining spare parts, proper raw material inventory, safety – always providing a safe work environment, production – knowledge and operation of all plant equipment, scheduling – partner with the scheduling group to produce the correct material, shipping, mixing, office admin, quality control – manage all third‑party inspections and maintain company quality standards, maintenance – manage a maintenance department/crew, and human resources – payroll, insurance, fair enforcement of rules, etc.

• Safety Record
• Cost Per Pound
• Weight Efficiency
• 5S Programs Audits

An Extrusion Satellite Plant Manager is also responsible for inventory accuracy, housekeeping, work scheduling, associate reviews, hiring, coaching, counseling, maintaining efficient production, training, goal setting, maintaining a positive motivated workforce and environmental knowledge. Develop and maintain community relations and community outreach programs. Develop and maintain positive working relationship with peer group.

• Pay for Performance Compensation
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $3,000 per year
• Health and Fitness Club Membership Reimbursement
• Wellness Programs
• Paid Time-Off
• Employee Recognition Programs
• National Guard and Reserve Pay
• Successful Team Approach Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Medical and dental coverage participation on the first day of the month after completing two full months of employment with the Company
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company‑paid life insurance
• 401(k) with company match of 50 cents for every dollar contributed up to 6% of annual pay plus a non‑elective contribution of 3% of compensation
• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 Nurse Line
• Group supplemental benefit plans including voluntary life, whole life, accidental death and dismemberment, long‑term disability, and cancer insurance

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.